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Top Rated for
4.63 (239 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.55 (243 Ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.44 (222 Ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.43 (141 Ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.36 (215 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.30 (92 Ratings)
Intermediates
Beginner 19%
Intermediate 38%
Advanced 33%
Expert 10%
Ranked
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of 270 ski resorts
Overall Rating
4.27
From 243 Reviews
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Total Runs
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Bottom Elevation
2738
Top Elevation
150
Skiable Terrain

Courchevel Reviews & Ratings

4.27 (243 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.47 (235 ratings)
Value for Money
3.77 (241 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.09 (226 ratings)
Après-Ski
4.44 (222 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.36 (215 ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.63 (239 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.73 (199 ratings)
Powder Zones
3.59 (219 ratings)
Tree Runs
3.45 (209 ratings)
Mogul Fields
3.87 (199 ratings)
Off-Piste
3.64 (203 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.55 (243 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.22 (231 ratings)
Eating Out
4.43 (141 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.24 (17 ratings)
Beginners
4.30 (92 ratings)
Intermediates
4.27 (96 ratings)
Advanced
4.18 (38 ratings)
Experts
4.21 (21 ratings)
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Courchevel Review Summary

Courchevel attracts skiers and snowboarders of all levels, from beginners to experts, with many reviewers highlighting its connection to the Three Valleys as a major draw. Intermediate skiers dominate the reviews and consistently praise the well-groomed pistes, wide runs, and efficient lift system. Off-piste and tree runs are noted by advanced riders, while beginners appreciate the nursery slopes and ease of progression. The resort's high cost is the most frequently mentioned drawback, with reviewers citing expensive lift passes, food, drink, and accommodation. Après-ski options are well-regarded, though prices vary significantly between locations. Some reviewers mention crowding, particularly with inexperienced skiers, and a few note issues with lower-altitude snow cover later in the season.

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  • Three Valleys access
  • well-groomed pistes
  • lift efficiency
  • terrain variety
  • off-piste options
  • après-ski scene
  • high prices
  • expensive dining
  • crowded slopes
  • lower snow reliability
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High end resort but amazing skiing. Beautiful runs and plenty of tree runs to be explored in the lower part of the resort. Quite expensive to stay in courchevel as are the restaurants. But there are cheaper options if on a budget, take away places for lunch etc. family friend with picnic rooms and activities and easily connected to meribel if you want to explore another resort during your stay!
My favourite place is La tania!
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Highly recommend Courchevel, it has something for everyone and the scope of the terrain across the 3 valleys is enormous. Ive skied here in pretty much every snow condition and its always great. If the snow is good the off piste is huge, especially between the Courchevel and Meribel valleys.

The slopes are great and views are stunning. You feel like you could ski for months on end and still have places to discover.
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Fantastic ski resort.
We stayed at Courchevel 1650, rented our skis from Tobias at WhiteStorm who sorted me out with a pair of black crows for the week (best skis Ive ever used).
Lifts were efficient, comfortable and not too busy compared to 1850 where queues were longer.
Shuttle buses running throughout the day / night till 1am getting you up and down the mountain to and from bars.
As for the skiing, it feels as if you can never run out of things to do with easy links to Méribel and val thorens making it the largest ski area in the world with plenty of opportunity to go off piste.
As for apres bars on the slopes, courchevel does not quite compare to meribel or val thorens, and we found ourselves in need of a taxi back from meribel which costs well over 100. It would be very useful to have a shuttle bus running between valleys in the evening.
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Muy agradable para esquiar y estar en familia. Voveré sin dudas. Me divirtió mucho las pistas y el apresski.
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Awesome resort, large ski area with high speed lifts. Quiet slopes in 1650/Moriond early in the week .
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Awesome resort. Slopes kept in very good condition with a variety of levels.

Huge amount of slopes to
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Had a fantastic time in this region. there was skiing for all abilities.
A little expensive, but you know that before you go. it's an exquisite resort.
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Great skiing but very very expensive for food and drink, quite hard to get about personal transport is a must but still a fantastic place to ski with great access to the three valleys.
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Courchevel is a large and beautiful Resort connected to Méribel and Val Thorens by the « 3 vallées » Domain which makes the resort one of the largest of the world.
Courchevel is called « capitale mondiale de Ski »
The very beautiful City has different levels all connected by Ski lifts and buses: Saint-Bon, Le Praz, La Tania, 1550, 1650 and 1850 which is the largest. There are many things to do in Courchevel but everything cost lots of Money.
There are a lot of large slopes on the resort for all type of Skiers,
When its busy you always can find lifts with les people, it is well created.
Courchevel is known as well for the « Eclipse » slope which received the 2023 World Championship of alpine ski and for the Tremplin of the Praz which is the bigest in France for the olympic Games.
Courchevel is also one of the best off-piste resort, plenty of trees, large faces, couloirs and big hits which are my favorite parts!
To conclude, Courchevel is best resort i have skied to but one of the most expensive as well.
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One of my favoruite resorts and great acces for a holidays. Slopes were great and lifts were efficient
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Fabulous skiing for a family ranging from little kids to grandparents taking in teens who love the snow parks and even a snowboarder.

Great range of runs.
Great snow and a beautiful area.

The ski school was good as were the medical facilities :(

We loved it so much we wentbtwo years in a row.
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Courchevel is a great resort which is family friendly and has a wide variety of slopes for all types of abilities. When I went I had the pleasure of skiing the Grand Couloir which is one of the hardest in Europe, so it definitely has something for everyone! The wide range of restaurants and bars in resort makes it one of my favourite, and the luxury additions such as the gondolas and the stores make it feel very classy. The skiing in general is extremely good and the groomed slopes are very accommodating and fun to ride on. The night life is also very good and the Folie Douce which is accessible in Meribel, is very cool and funky. Overall I love Courchevel and it is one of my favourite places to go if I have the money. Resort prices are quite steep, but this doesnt take away the joy aspect of the resort.
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Lovely resort, loads of runs in-between trees at all levels. Some lovely off piste as well that lead back to the piste so can go back whenever you want. Lovely lifts, quite a few new ones and lots of wide open slopes to practice technique on.
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Courchevel is very expensive but part of the three valleys, the largest ski area in the world. You cannot bored skiing there for a week. My family owns a chalet there and we go multiple times a year and love it. The resort is high enough that there is usually always good snow. There's decent off piste if you know where to look
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Spent my season there and it is a good resort despite the prices, yet it lacks on general apres ski. There are some seriously impressive restaurants
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This resort is family friendly with lots going on for everyone to get involved in. As a beginner, there are many easily accessible green and blue runs that dont get too busy so its much less daunting. The lifts are positioned well so I didnt need to do any harder runs to explore and travel around the full resort. On a nice sunny day there are amazing views to admire while having a rest from all the skiing! There are also lots of statues and monuments to get pictures with which is always fun. I would recommend this resort for other beginners like myself or those wanting a no fuss holiday with their family.
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Courchevel is a world-class ski resort renowned for its stunning alpine scenery, extensive ski terrain, and luxurious amenities. The interconnected ski areas offer diverse slopes catering to all skill levels, while the charming village ambiance and upscale accommodations enhance the overall experience. The impeccable grooming of slopes, efficient lift systems, and a wide range of après-ski activities contribute to Courchevel's reputation as a top-tier destination for winter enthusiasts seeking both adventure and opulence.
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Courch is an ace resort! Plenty options for beginner through to expert level riding for both skiers and snowboarders.

Ski schools will focus on riding through the three valleys but mainly on courchs seriously well groomed runs. There are teee runs and groomed pistes a plenty with a healthy sprinkle of powder areas and moguls (if thats your thing) aint mine!

The terrain park in Courch is pretty good and well though out although small, as its way to catch the lift back up to the top, esp your of school holiday season.

The Apreś in cours is next level, the part attitude coupled with amazing food in the home of ginepe is the ultimate recipie for a bangin night out and day on the slopes, plenty options for a hangover fuelled amazing breakkie to!

Overall its a great resort with amazing options all round and a legit brilliant party, all day every day!
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